Tags: DH Bikes
Nick Bentley
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Bike Check: Laurie Greenland's Santa Cruz V10 Mullet Race Bike
Laurie Greenland shares some of the details on his 2022 race bike.
Nick Bentley
May 12, 2022
Bike Check: Mille Johnset's Commencal Supreme DH
New bike and a new team for Mille Johnset this year.
Nick Bentley
May 12, 2022
Bike Check: Danny Hart's High Pivot Cube Two15 Prototype
Take a closer look at Danny's winning bike from the second round of the British national series.
Ed Spratt
May 8, 2022
Spotted: GT Prototype DH Bike
A new Fury at the British National.
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 18, 2022
Bike Check: Sam Hodgson's Darkfest Dual Crown Pivot Firebird
For his second visit to Darkfest Sam Hodgson was riding a Pivot Firebird Enduro bike with a dual crown fork.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 18, 2022
Bike Check: Kade Edwards' Custom Darkfest Trek Session Park
Kade Edwards had a custom marbled Trek Session for this year's Darkfest.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 16, 2022
Bike Check: Kaos Seagrave's Custom Darkfest Canyon Torque
Kaos Seagrave is no stranger to Darkfest, and this year he brought a bright pink Canyon Torque. It's a singlespeed... kind of.
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 14, 2022
Bike Check: Vero Sandler's Santa Cruz V10 - Darkfest 2022
Vero Sandler's bike is used to sending it big, but DarkFest takes things to a new level.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 14, 2022
Bike Check: Szymon Godziek's Singlespeed NS Fuzz - Darkfest 2022
As a seasoned Darkfest rider, Godziek is not shy when it comes to racking up big air miles.
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Apr 14, 2022
Bike Check: Hannah Bergemann's Darkfest Ready Transition TR11
Darkfest first-timer Hannah Bergemann shares the details on her new TR11.
Pinkbike Originals
Apr 13, 2022
Video: 5 Custom Freeride Bikes From Darkfest - Darkfest 2022
Kicking things off at this year's Darkfest we dive into the specifics on 5 freeride bikes that are tuned specifically for hitting massive jumps.
Ed Spratt
Mar 28, 2022
Bike Check: Comparing Connor Fearon & Magnus Manson's Dual Crown Forbidden Dreadnoughts
Forbidden doesn't have a dedicated DH bike yet, but the Dreadnought sure looks good with a dual crown fork.
James Smurthwaite
Mar 25, 2022
Spotted: Remi Thirion's New Giant Glory for the Lourdes DH World Cup 2022
The bonanza of new bikes keeps coming this weekend
Ed Spratt
Mar 25, 2022
Spotted: A Dual Crown Orbea at the Lourdes DH World Cup 2022
Martin Maes' new Orbea World Cup bike
Ed Spratt
Mar 25, 2022
Orange Launches Its New 279 Downhill Bike
As the World Cup season kicks off in Lourdes, Orange has revealed its new mixed wheel downhill bike.
Pinkbike Originals
Mar 24, 2022
Video: Jackson Goldstone's Santa Cruz V10 - What Makes a Syndicate Bike
Jackson Goldstone talks about his all-new Santa Cruz V10 and what it's like being on the Santa Cruz Syndicate team.
RAAW Mountain Bikes
Mar 22, 2022
RAAW Mountain Bikes Introduces The Downhill Project
RAAW are going racing, and they're bringing a brand new downhill bike with them.
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Interview: 'You Have to Open Your Mind to Try New Things' Jeff Steber Shares the Process Behind the Next Intense DH Bike
COMMENCAL bicycles
Mar 21, 2022
Commencal Unveils the Supreme DH V5
The latest iteration of the Supreme will be available to buy this year
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Henry Quinney
Mar 17, 2022
Now THAT Was a Bike: Giant ATX One DH
The ATX provided the inspiration for countless mountain bikers to give DH racing a try.
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Ed Spratt
Mar 14, 2022
Spotted: A Closer Look at the New Intense Prototype DH Bike
A better view of the new bike the Intense Factory Team is testing for the 2022 season.
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Matt Wragg
Mar 11, 2022
Bike Check: Antoine Vidal's Commencal Supreme
Antoine Vidal has put together an impressive race resume, and he's just getting started.
James Smurthwaite
Mar 7, 2022
Spotted: A New Commencal Supreme Breaks Cover at the Portugal Cup
The Virtual High Pivot Supreme gets an update for 2022.
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Ed Spratt
Feb 28, 2022
Spotted: Mondraker is Testing a Summum DH Bike with a Bolt-On Idler
Another week, another idler.
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 24, 2022
Spotted: Danny Hart is Testing a High Pivot Cube Downhill Bike
Danny is testing the aluminium mule in southern France.
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Pinkbike Originals
Feb 17, 2022
Video: A Day With Hannah Bergemann - Pro Bike Check & Interview
Christina Chappetta headed down to Bellingham to catch up with Hannah and get the low down on her Transition TR11.
Alicia Leggett
Feb 2, 2022
Video: Neko Mulally on Back-to-Back Testing in Frameworks Ep. 2
Neko Mulally sets about answering some of the questions we've all been asking ourselves about a high vs. low pivot downhill bike. This one's a fun watch.
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Alicia Leggett
Jan 26, 2022
Bike Check: Erik Fedko's Single Crown YT Tues - Freeride Fiesta 2022
New year, new sponsor.
Alicia Leggett
Jan 24, 2022
10 More Bikes from Freeride Fiesta
Another set of free-slope-DH bikes.
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Alicia Leggett
Jan 21, 2022
10 Bikes of Freeride Fiesta
Some traditional downhill and freeride bikes, plus some singlespeeds and single crowns.
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Matt Beer
Jan 18, 2022
Iron Horse Sunday Reborn - A Classic Downhill Bike Modified with Modern Geometry & Mullet Wheels
A fifteen year-old Iron Horse Sunday frame goes under the knife to bring its geometry back up today's speeds.
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Matt Beer
Dec 20, 2021
Staff Rides: Matt Beer's Commencal Supreme 29/27
Dive into the details of Matt Beer's DH speed machine.
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Matt Beer
Dec 14, 2021
Canyon Delivers More Wheel Options With the 2022 Sender CFR
Fresh colours, builds and wheelsize combos.
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Alicia Leggett
Dec 8, 2021
Starling Cycles Releases the Sturn V2, a Steel, High-Pivot Singlespeed DH Bike
The Starling Sturn returns with a new swingarm, more wheel size options, and a refined Jack Drive system.
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Canfield Bikes
Dec 8, 2021
Canfield Unveils Jedi 29 High Pivot DH Bike
Canfield’s flagship high pivot DH bike receives a complete redesign and 29-inch wheels
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Mike Levy
Oct 28, 2021
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 86 - Greg Minnaar on the Honda DH Bike, World Cup Racing, and Staying Fast Forever
Oh, and that time he was chased by an angry giraffe mom...
James Smurthwaite
Oct 27, 2021
Bike Check: Brendan Fairclough's Unridden Red Bull Rampage Bike
Is this the world's luckiest bike?
Nick Bentley
Oct 24, 2021
Bike Check & Interview: UK National DH Series Winner Roger Vieira's Specialized Demo
We sat down with Roger Vieira, World cup privateer and now reigning UK National Downhill Series Champion.
Nick Bentley
Oct 23, 2021
Bike Check & Interview: UK National DH Series Winner Stacey Fisher & her Transition TR11
Once the champagne had been sprayed and the trophies had been handed out we managed to catch up with the UK National Downhill Series champion for 2021 Stacey Fisher.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 15, 2021
Bike Check: Reed Boggs' Custom Rampage Yeti SB165 "Enduro" Bike
Reed Bogg's beefed-up 165mm travel bike.
Ed Spratt
Oct 14, 2021
Kyle Strait's Custom-Painted Commencal FRS - Red Bull Rampage 2021
Kyle Strait's custom Rampage bike takes inspiration from his two vintage pick-up trucks.
Pinkbike Originals
Oct 12, 2021
Video: 5 Custom Freeride Bikes from Red Bull Rampage 2021
We take a look at the freeride rigs of Jaxson Riddle, Kyle Strait, Ethan Nell, Cam Zink, and Tyler McCaul.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 11, 2021
Andreu Lacondeguy to Ride a Rust Themed Commencal FRS at Red Bull Rampage
Apparently the Catalonian air rusts aluminum
James Smurthwaite
Oct 8, 2021
Bike Check: Ethan Nell's Custom Rampage 27.5"/26" YT Tues
YT has made Ethan Nell a truly custom bike to ride at Rampage and celebrate ten years of the Tues DH bike.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 7, 2021
Bike Check: Szymon Godziek's Custom Red Bull Rampage NS Fuzz
Godziek is hoping for a top five finish in his third Rampage appearance.
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Henry Quinney
Sep 30, 2021
Bike Check: Joe Breeden's MT7 Psychosis Winning NS Fuzz
Breeden took the win aboard his mixed-wheel Fuzz DH bike.
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Henry Quinney
Sep 14, 2021
Gamux Reveal Updated Prototype Machined Gearbox DH Bike
This shiny new downhill sled is nearing production.
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Matt Beer
Sep 14, 2021
Bike Check: Loris Vergier's Trek Session - Snowshoe World Cup DH 2021
Fresh off of a World Cup win in Switzerland, Loris Vergier let us get close to his Trek Session for a better look.
Trevor Lyden
Sep 11, 2021
17 Freeride Bikes from Proving Grounds 2021
A closer look at some of the bikes hitting the drops and jumps at Proving Grounds.
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Ed Spratt
Sep 11, 2021
Bike Check: Ethan Nell & Dylan Stark's YT Tues Freeride Bikes - Proving Grounds 2021
Ethan Nell & Dylan Stark have their YT Tues bikes set up for the big hits of this year's Proving Grounds.
Alicia Leggett
Sep 2, 2021
Bike Check: Sam Blenkinsop's Norco DH Prototype
A different shock link and dropouts turns the Norco Range into a World Cup-ready DH machine.
Matt Beer
Aug 28, 2021
Bike Check: Connor Fearon's Kona Operator CR - Val di Sole DH World Championships 2021
After some anxious moments, Connor's custom painted bike finally made it to Val di Sole.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Aug 26, 2021
Bike Check: Kade Edwards' & Casey Brown's Trek Sessions - Audi Nines 2021
How much pressure do you want in your fork? All of it.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Aug 26, 2021
Bike Check: Veronique Sandler's Santa Cruz V10 - Audi Nines
A quick rundown of Veronique's Santa Cruz V10.
James Smurthwaite
Aug 26, 2021
7 Custom World Champs Commencal Supremes
Commencal has arrived to Val di Sole with a substantial fleet of custom bikes.
Ed Spratt
Aug 26, 2021
Mondraker's Custom Painted 3D Anaglyphic World Champs Summums
Laurie Greenland, Eleonora Farina and Brook MacDonald will be hitting the steep and technical course using bikes that will display altered designs when viewed through 3D glasses.
James Smurthwaite
Aug 26, 2021
The YT Mob's 4 Custom World Champs Tues Frames
From Rampage to racing and even for UFC fighters, you can always rely on YT Industries for a sweet custom paint job
Propain Unveils Custom Painted Rages for World Champs
Propain show off their unique custom painted bikes for this week's World Champs.
James Smurthwaite
Aug 23, 2021
Spotted: Prototype Antidote Darkmatter 29er Downhill Bike
One of the best looking downhill bikes gets a 29er update.
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James Smurthwaite
Aug 17, 2021
Rossignol Recalls All Track DH Bike Due to Possible Headtube Failures
The welding fault, "could lead to the frame's head tube and fork unexpectedly separating from the rest of the bicycle."
Alicia Leggett
Aug 12, 2021
Bike Check: Martin Maes' DH-Configured GT Force - Maribor World Cup DH 2021
Martin Maes will be taking on Maribor aboard a 160mm enduro bike with a dual crown fork.
Henry Quinney
Aug 6, 2021
Poll: Once and For All, How Much Should a Mountain Bike Weigh?
Should DH bikes weigh less than enduro bikes? Cast your vote to decide what actually constitutes a 'light' bike.
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Alicia Leggett
Aug 2, 2021
Bike Check: Charlie Hatton's Atherton DH 29er from Hardline
With 200mm of travel and 29" wheels front and rear, Charlie's bike is built for speed. And sending.
Ed Spratt
Jul 25, 2021
Bike Check: Adam Brayton's Nukeproof Dissent 297 - Red Bull Hardline 2021
Take a closer look at Adam Brayton's mullet Nukeproof race bike for Hardline.
Ed Spratt
Jul 25, 2021
Bike Check: Kaos Seagrave's Canyon Sender - Red Bull Hardline 2021
We caught up with Kaos to get the details on his bright pink Canyon Sender.
Seb Stott
Jul 15, 2021
First Look: 2022 Propain Rage CF Downhill Bike
Now in its sixth generation, the new Rage has more travel, greater adjustability, and a lighter weight.
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Seb Stott
Jul 5, 2021
First Look & Interview: Gamux CNC Gearbox Bike At Les Gets
This thing ticks all the boxes: aluminum frame, gearbox, mixed wheels, an idler, and 197mm of travel.
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Alicia Leggett
Jul 2, 2021
Pinkbike Poll: Which Top-10 DH Racer Has the Best Looking Bike?
Pick your winner, DH edition.
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Alicia Leggett
Jul 2, 2021
Bike Check: Greg Minnaar's Santa Cruz V10 - Les Gets World Cup DH 2021
The GOAT's bike is looking fast.
Pinkbike Originals
Jul 2, 2021
Video: Ben Cathro Takes a Deeper Look at Troy Brosnan's World Cup Winning Canyon Sender
Could this bike take another podium spot this weekend?
Alicia Leggett
Jun 30, 2021
Bike Check: Noga Korem's GT Fury - Les Gets DH World Cup 2021
Noga Korem is primarily an EWS racer, but she can sneak in a round of World Cup DH from time to time.
Sarah Moore
Jun 30, 2021
Bike Check: Christina Chappetta's Trek Session
Pinkbike presenter Christina Chappetta has been riding the Whistler Mountain Bike Park for almost a decade now and this is the rig she'll be riding this year.
Pinkbike Originals
Jun 19, 2021
Video: Ben Cathro Takes a Close Look at Ed Masters' Pivot Phoenix 29
Ben Cathro caught up with Ed Masters at Crankworx Innsbruck to get the lowdown on his Pivot Phoenix 29.
Pinkbike Originals
Jun 17, 2021
Video: 7 Pro DH Bike Checks from Crankworx Innsbruck 2021
Cathro checks in on the big bikes.
Spotted: YT Tues Prototype Mullet Link - Crankworx Innsbruck 2021
James Smurthwaite
Jun 11, 2021
Bike Check: Finn Iles' Custom Specialized Demo - Leogang World Cup 2021
A new paint job and prototype parts for Finn.
Matt Beer
Jun 11, 2021
Bike Check: Alex Marin's Production Privée Prototype Downhill Bike - Leogang World Cup DH 2021
If this bike was made in the USA, it would be dubbed, Production Pabst.
Matt Beer
Jun 10, 2021
Bike Check: Amaury Pierron's Prototype Commencal Supreme - Leogang World Cup DH 2021
Amaury is back in action, and he already put down the fastest time of the day during timed training.
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Dan Roberts
Jun 9, 2021
What's Going On With Commencal's Prototype DH Race Bike?
The laser cats are back to help explain what Commencal have cooked up.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 9, 2021
Bike Check: Chris Kovarik's Heavy Metal Intense M29
Fish and chips, Mike Levy and UFO podcasts, Chris Kovarik and Intense - some things are just meant to go together.
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James Smurthwaite
Jun 8, 2021
Bike Check: Nina Hoffmann's Telemetry Toting Santa Cruz V10 - NotARace Test Session 2021
Hoffman was using the event to fine-tune her setup using a BYB telemetry system.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 8, 2021
Commencal Unveils the 2021 Supreme Race Bike
The virtual high pivot bike breaks cover for the first time.
Seb Stott
Jun 8, 2021
First Look: 2022 Mondraker Summum Carbon Comes with Integrated Telemetry
The full carbon frame comes in at 3kg.
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James Smurthwaite
Jun 7, 2021
Bike Check: Andreas Kolb's New Atherton Bikes Mullet - NotARace Test Session 2021
A recent signing to the Continental Atherton team, Kolb is running an almost entirely new setup for 2021.
Ed Spratt
Jun 7, 2021
Bike Check: Danny Hart's Cube Two15 HPC Mullet Race Bike
Take a closer look at Danny Hart's Cube TWO15 HPC Mullet Race Bike from the iXS NotARace Test Cup Session.
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James Smurthwaite
Jun 3, 2021
Spotted (Again): Mondraker's New Carbon Summum - NotARace IXS Test Cup Session
Less than a year after the launch of the aluminum Summum, a carbon version appears to be on the way.
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Matt Wragg
Jun 2, 2021
Bike Check: Loic Bruni's 'Not Quite Standard' Specialized Demo
Claimed to be one of the quietest bikes on the mountain, Bruni's Demo sports custom sizing and suspension.
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Mike Kazimer
May 31, 2021
Trendspotting: 4 Predictions About the Near Future of Mountain Bike Tech
What's coming up in the mountain bike world? Kazimer gazes into his crystal ball to try and figure it out.
James Smurthwaite
May 28, 2021
Loic Bruni Unlikely to Race With an Idler-Equipped Demo in Leogang
Despite the forum hype, it sounds like Bruni won't be on a new suspension configuration... yet.
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Nick Bentley
May 23, 2021
Bike Check: 10 Year Old Olivia Taylor's Mondraker Summum
10-year-old Olivia is a rider to watch for the future.
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Alicia Leggett
May 21, 2021
Spotted (Again): Prototype High Pivot Cannondale at Darkfest
We can add this one to the list of versatile single- or dual-crown long travel bikes.
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Pure Darkness
May 21, 2021
17 Bikes from DarkFest
Big jumps call for big bikes... including that mystery Cannondale.
Nick Bentley
May 21, 2021
Bike Check: Jack Reading's Carbon-Free Commencal Supreme World Cup DH Bike
The SR Suntour One Vision team are using all aluminium parts on their race bikes this year.
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Henry Quinney
May 18, 2021
Bike Check: Mick Hannah's New NS Fuzz Downhill Bike
Mick Hannah is running a mixed-wheel setup on his new NS Bikes Fuzz.
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James Smurthwaite
May 12, 2021
Bike Check: Reece Wallace's Custom, 90s Themed Giant Glory
"It's fun having a bike that looks like a cyclone popsicle."
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James Smurthwaite
Apr 30, 2021
First Look: Forestal Reveals New 'Hydra' Downhill & 'Cyon' Trail eMTB Designs
Forestal adds two new e-bikes to their lineup, including a 170mm DH machine.
James Smurthwaite
Apr 26, 2021
Greg Minnaar vs Luca Shaw vs Steve Peat: 3 Santa Cruz V10s Head to Head
With no racing scheduled for the near future, the Syndicate are launching their new colors and bikes virtually instead.
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mack faint
Apr 25, 2021
Bike Check: Neko Mulally's Prototype Intense M279
A look at the prototype Neko's been racing on this season.
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Henry Quinney
Apr 23, 2021
Prime Bicycles Launches with New Downhill & Enduro Bikes
Introducing the Thunderflash and the Rocket.
mack faint
Apr 16, 2021
Bike Check: Charlie Harrison's Trek Session
A closer look at Charlie Harrison's new Trek Session, which has a few interesting un-released parts on it.
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James Smurthwaite
Apr 12, 2021
Spotted: World Cup Champion Matt Walker's New Saracen Myst
Matt Walker's Myst has a new look for 2021.
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Sarah Moore
Apr 12, 2021
Video: Loris Vergier Gets Up to Speed on the New Trek Session
New team, new bike, same speed.
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Dan Roberts
Apr 8, 2021
First Ride: 2022 Trek Session - Nope, Not Going to Say It
The Session returns with a high pivot layout and an aluminum frame.
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Sarah Moore
Apr 8, 2021
Video: Looks Like A Session
The IFHT crew hit this one out of the park.
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Pinkbike Originals
Apr 8, 2021
Video: Ethan Shandro’s RockShox Trek Race Team Edition Session - Pro Bike Check
Tom Bradshaw gets a close up look at Ethan Shandro's Trek Session.
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James Smurthwaite
Apr 6, 2021
Bike Check: Gee Atherton's Custom Quarry Hucking Atherton Bikes DH
Take a look at the bike Gee used for his wild quarry ride.
Ed Spratt
Mar 31, 2021
Round Up: The World Cup Race Bikes of Aaron Gwin
Yetis, Treks, Specializeds, YTs and more
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Pinkbike Originals
Mar 28, 2021
Video: Intense M279 Prototype Bike Check With Seth Sherlock
Christina Chappetta checks in with Seth Sherlock to find out more about the prototype Intense DH bike
Daniel Sapp
Mar 11, 2021
Spotted: A RockShox Blackbox Shock on Trek's High Pivot DH Bike
A few more details have emerged about the new bike, including a shock we haven't seen before.
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Daniel Sapp
Mar 10, 2021
Bike Check: Isak Leivsson's Homemade High Pivot DH Bike has 510mm Chainstays
One-off hardware and long chainstays, the third iteration of Isak's DH bike really likes to go fast.
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James Smurthwaite
Mar 8, 2021
Spotted: Trek High Pivot DH Prototype (Yes, It Still Looks Like a Session)
What appears to be a new Trek DH bike breaks cover at Windrock.
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Henry Quinney
Mar 5, 2021
7 Interesting Used Bikes For Sale on the Pinkbike Buy&Sell - Hidden Treasures
Some are sensible, some are... interesting. The wonders of the Buy&Sell.
Alicia Leggett
Mar 3, 2021
Good Month / Bad Month: DH Bike Reviews, Prototypes, Theft, & Litigation
February was a wild month in the mountain bike world...
Ed Spratt
Feb 27, 2021
Round Up: Custom Setup Tricks from World Cup & EWS Races
It's the little things that set one rider's bike apart from another.
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Henry Quinney
Feb 25, 2021
Throwback Thursday: 10 of Sam Hill's Most Iconic Bikes as Chosen by His Mechanic
From Iron Horse to Specialized to Nukeproof, take a trip through the archives to revisit Sam Hill's classic race bikes.
Mike Levy
Feb 23, 2021
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 49 - What's the Best DH Bike?
Four downhill bikes, countless uplifts, a stopwatch, and one winner.
Ed Spratt
Feb 22, 2021
Round Up: 10 Prototype DH Bikes That Never Made it to Production
10 interesting downhill bikes that didn't quite make it to the mass market.
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Dan Roberts
Feb 22, 2021
Review: Canyon Sender vs Specialized Demo vs Cube Two15 vs Commencal Supreme - DH Bike Week
Four new downhill bikes put to the test in the demanding terrain surrounding Champéry, Switzerland.
Dan Roberts
Feb 19, 2021
Review: 2021 Commencal Supreme DH 29/27 - DH Bike Week
Commencal have created a winning package that's ideal for privateers looking for a race bike that won't hold them back.
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Dan Roberts
Feb 18, 2021
Review: 2021 Specialized Demo Race - DH Bike Week
Rainbow stripes aren't required to make the most of this DH machine.
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Dan Roberts
Feb 17, 2021
Review: 2021 Canyon Sender CFR - DH Bike Week
The Sender is a purebred race machine, with an impressive level of adjustability.
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Ed Spratt
Feb 17, 2021
Quiz: Can You Guess these DH Bikes From Their Silhouettes? - DH Bike Week
Some legitimately tough ones in here...
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 16, 2021
Tora Cycles' EVH is a Brooklyn Machine Works Inspired Downhill Bike - DH Bike Week
The EVH is an ode to the classic Brooklyn Machine Works designs of the past.
Dan Roberts
Feb 16, 2021
Review: 2021 Cube TWO15 HPC SLT - DH Bike Week
There's no shortage of speed, but the TWO15 can be a demanding ride if you're not paying attention.
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Ed Spratt
Feb 16, 2021
Nerding Out: The Most Successful Downhill Bikes from 2000 to 2020 - DH Bike Week
We tally the World Cup and World Champs victories of downhill frames in the past two decades.
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Henry Quinney
Feb 15, 2021
Now THAT Was a Bike: 2004 Lahar M8 - DH Bike Week
The Lahar M8 still looks like it's from the future more than fifteen years after its debut.
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 12, 2021
The Vulcain Cycles Magma Isn't Another Single Pivot Steel Bike
The latest version of the Magma is sure to turn heads.
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 10, 2021
Spotted: Danny Hart is Testing a Mullet Set Up on his Cube Downhill Bike
Off-season testing is in full swing, and it looks like Danny Hart is back on a mullet setup.
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 8, 2021
A Closer Look at the Production Privee CNC'd Downhill Bike
Dig a little deeper into the details of Production Privee's latest endeavor.
Pinkbike Originals
Feb 5, 2021
Video: 8 Freeride Bike Checks from Freeride Fiesta
Take a look at some of the freeride rigs from the Freeride Fiesta.
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Alicia Leggett
Jan 27, 2021
Bike Check: Johny Salido's Freeride Fiesta Transition TR11
Johny Salido's Freeride Fiesta bike is a colorful celebration of bikes and Mexico.
Yegor
Jan 7, 2021
Home of the Monster T - Inside the Eastern European Vintage Freeride Scene
An amazing, bewildering, look into the Streetetz Clan's old-school freeride culture.
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James Smurthwaite
Jan 5, 2021
The Shredmaster is a High Pivot, 29er, Gearbox Downhill Bike That Takes a Water Bottle
Andi Jakoubek has created his dream DH machine.
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Daniel Sapp
Dec 23, 2020
A Closer Look at Devinci's Experimental High Pivot Wilson
Digging in a little further into the backstory of the Wilson HP.
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Ed Spratt
Dec 19, 2020
Round Up: 30 DH World Cup Cockpit Setups Past & Present
Ready for some armchair judging? Here are 30 chances to disagree with what the pros run.
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YT Industries
Dec 18, 2020
Video: YT Celebrates the 10th Anniversary of the Tues
YT look back at the creation and development of their Tues downhill bike.
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Propain Unveils 2 Unused Custom World Cup Bikes for George Brannigan
The two custom bikes for Branngian that never got to put rubber to dirt at a World Cup.
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Sarah Moore
Dec 2, 2020
Bike Check: Anita & Caro Gehrig's Fleet of Norco Bicycles
The Swiss Enduro World Series racers have six bikes each.
Ross Bell
Nov 24, 2020
Bike Check: Reece Wilson's Trek Session Gets the World Champion Treatment
The World Champ gets a fitting ride.
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Mike Kazimer
Oct 30, 2020
Dangerholm vs. Kapfinger: The World's Finest DH Bike Challenge - Pinkbike Poll
It's Dangerholm vs. Kapfinger in the quest to create the world's finest downhill bike - vote now to decide who wins a one-of-a-kind prize.
Propain Factory Racing
Oct 27, 2020
Propain is Testing a Prototype DH Bike
Propain have given a sneak peek at what could be their new DH bike.
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James Smurthwaite
Oct 21, 2020
9 Bikes That Have Won Red Bull Rampage
A look back on Rampage bikes from 2008 to the present day.
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James Smurthwaite
Oct 16, 2020
Bike Check: Loic Bruni's Specialized Demo
The Specialized Gravity team keep their set up details pretty close to their chest, but here's what we were able to get them to reveal about Bruni's bike.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 14, 2020
Bike Check: Troy Brosnan's Custom Canyon Sender - Maribor World Cup 2020
A deep dive into Troy Brosnan's set up on his new Sender.
James Smurthwaite
Oct 8, 2020
Nukeproof Releases a Mullet Version of the Dissent Downhill Bike
A mixed wheel set up is now available for Nukeproof's DH rig.
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Dan Roberts
Oct 8, 2020
Bike Check: Max Hartenstern's German Championship Winning Custom 2021 Cube TWO15
A fitting bike for the newly crowned German champ.
Ross Bell
Oct 7, 2020
11 Bikes From Leogang DH World Champs 2020
A fresh batch of downhill machines to drool over.
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Alex Marin to Ride Ronnie Mac Inspired World Champs Bike
A Ronnie Mac tribute for moto fan Marin.
Daniel Sapp
Oct 7, 2020
Canyon Release 2021 Torque and Sender AL Bikes
Canyon's updated Torque and Sender AL get new components and colors.
Nathan Hughes
Oct 5, 2020
Bike Checks: Vali Höll's YT Fleet
A bunch of carbon and not a lot of cables among Höll's quiver of SRAM-equipped YT bikes.
Cube Announces Two15 Series
Cube presents two fully redesigned Two15 series for the UCI Mountain Bike Downhill Worlds.
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Dan Roberts
Oct 5, 2020
Bike Checks: Brook Macdonald & Laurie Greenland's Mondraker Summums - Crankworx Innsbruck 2020
A double dose of Mondraker's new Summum.
Dan Roberts
Oct 5, 2020
First Look: Cube's New TWO15 DH Bikes
There are now two versions of the TWO15 - one aimed at racers, and the other at park riders.
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Matthew DeLorme
Oct 5, 2020
7 Downhill Bikes From Crankworx Innsbruck 2020
Ok, there's one enduro bike in the mix, but all the rest are purebred DH machines.
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Oct 3, 2020
Bike Check: Kaos Seagrave's Canyon Sender - Crankworx Innsbruck 2020
Dig into the details of this sparkly Sender.
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Pinkbike Originals
Oct 3, 2020
Video: 6 Downhill Bike Checks from Crankworx Innsbruck 2020
We stopped a few riders to get the lowdown on their race rigs.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 29, 2020
Bike Check: Brook Macdonald's New Mondraker Summum
Brook will be returning to downhill racing at Crankworx Innsbruck.
Mike Levy
Sep 24, 2020
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 24 - Why Even Buy a DH Bike?
If any downhill bike on the market can make you feel like a World Cup pro, how come we're wondering why you'd buy one?
John O'Brien
Sep 22, 2020
11 Retro Downhill Bikes From the South Australian State Downhill Championships
GT Dhi, Orange 222, Santa Cruz Bullit, remember any of these retro bikes?
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 17, 2020
Bike Check: Brendan Fairclough's Custom F**k Corona Scott Gambler
"One careful owner, only used once". This bike could be yours as Brendog will be raffling it for charity.
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James Smurthwaite
Sep 11, 2020
Bike vs Bike: Connor Fearon's 2007 Kona Stab Deluxe vs 2020 Operator
Connor Fearon's quarantine project was bringing an old DH bike back to life and then racing it.
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James Smurthwaite
Sep 11, 2020
The Best Tech From Val di Sole Downhill World Cups
Hop in the time machine for a trip down bike tech way.
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GAMUX BIKES
Sep 10, 2020
Video: Gamux Launches Runi Gearbox Enduro Bike and Marca Downhill Bike
Two alloy bikes with plenty of customization options.
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 10, 2020
Bike Check: Ike Klaassen's Santa Cruz V10 CC - Audi Nines 2020
Hailing from Stellenbosch, South Africa, the home of Darkfest and the renowned Hellsend compound, Ike was destined to be stylish on two wheels.
James Smurthwaite
Sep 1, 2020
Mondraker Goes Aluminum Only on 2021 Summum Downhill Bike - Across the Pond Beaver
Mondraker champion metal and bring in some geometry tweaks.
Ed Spratt
Aug 25, 2020
Bike Check: Loris Vergier's Santa Cruz V10 MX
Loris Vergier hopped aboard the mixed-wheel size train for the French National Championships.
Ed Spratt
Aug 24, 2020
Bike Check: Myriam Nicole's Commencal Supreme Mullet
Myriam's decision to go the mixed-wheel route paid off at French National Championships.
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Ed Spratt
Aug 24, 2020
Bike Check: Benoit Coulanges' Commencal Supreme
Benoit is on a tear this year, coming out on top against a stacked field of fast French riders.
James Smurthwaite
Aug 21, 2020
The Best Tech from Mont Sainte Anne DH World Cups
Over a decade's worth of tech highlights from the MSA pits.
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Pivot Cycles
Aug 18, 2020
Pivot Introduces the Bernard Kerr Collector's Edition Phoenix 29
Pivot celebrates a decade long partnership with the British racer.
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| 70 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Aug 13, 2020
The Best Tech From Lenzerheide DH World Cups
A look back at the tech highlights from previous Lenzerheide DH World Cups.
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| 55 Comments
Dan Roberts
Aug 11, 2020
First Ride: 2021 Canyon Sender CFR
The new Sender has arrived, with an updated frame and more wheel size options.
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| 187 Comments
Matt Wragg
Aug 8, 2020
Bike Check: JP Bruni's Specialized Demo - DH Masters World Champion
JP Bruni holds more DH titles than his son with 9 Masters Worlds titles and 12 national masters titles.
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Aidan Oliver
Aug 7, 2020
Bike Check: Rhys Verner's 3 Bikes of Crankworx Summer Series
We take a look at the 3 bikes Rhys Verner has been racing at the Crankworx Summer Series
James Smurthwaite
Jul 23, 2020
Update: A Better Look at Norco's New Long Travel Bike
Update, does it use flex stays? It seems not.
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Aidan Oliver
Aug 5, 2020
Bike Check: Mckay Vezina's 3 Bikes of Crankworx Summer Series
We take a look at the 3 diffferent bike Mckay Vezina is riding at the Crankworx Summer Series
Gustav Gullholm
Aug 3, 2020
Building The World's Lightest 29er DH Bike With Dangerholm
Dangerholm went wild with the dremel again, and this is the result.
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Pinkbike Originals
Jul 28, 2020
Video: What Bikes Do DH Racers Ride For An Enduro Race? - Crankworx Summer Series
Christina asked some of B.C.'s best downhill riders how they are setting their bikes up to race enduro in the first event of the Clif Crankworx Summer Series.
Ed Spratt
Jul 20, 2020
Two Pro Bikes from Downhill Southeast - Windrock II 2020
A closer look at Chris Grice's Specialized Demo and Frida Rønning's Commencal Supreme
Daniel Sapp
Jul 14, 2020
Bike Check: Walker Shaw's Santa Cruz V10 CC - Downhill Southeast - Windrock II 2020
A burly, XL, 29er build for Luca's brother.
Sarah Moore
Jul 9, 2020
Santa Cruz Bicycles Releases Mixed Wheel V10
Santa Cruz now offers medium and large riders a mixed wheel version of the V10.
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James Smurthwaite
Jul 8, 2020
Spotted: Cube's New Carbon Downhill Bike - NotARace Test Session 2020
Cube goes carbon for the first time on its big rig
Ralf Hauser
Jul 7, 2020
Bike Check: Nina Hoffmann's Santa Cruz V10 - iXS Cup Test Session
Nina returns from injury as the owner and rider of her own team. Here's what she will be running in 2020.
Ralf Hauser
Jul 6, 2020
Bike Check: David Trummer's YT Tues - iXS Cup Test Session
A look round David Trummer's aluminium-as-possible YT Tues including some prototype wheels as he makes his debut for the Mob.
Ralf Hauser
Jul 6, 2020
Bike Check: Wyn Masters' GT Fury Team - iXS Cup Test Session
Spending most of his riding time on his enduro race bike, a big objective of Wyn Masters' setup choices was to create a similar feeling between his different bikes.
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Ralf Hauser
Jul 3, 2020
Bike Check: Andi Kolb's Gamux DH Prototype
Gamux are finalizing the details of their made-in-Europe DH bike.
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| 81 Comments
Ralf Hauser
Jul 3, 2020
19 Downhill Bikes From NotARace - iXS Cup Test Session
It's not a race, but it sure is good to see downhill bikes out in the wild again.
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| 54 Comments
COMMENCAL bicycles
Jul 2, 2020
Must Watch: Amaury Pierron Goes Ridiculously Fast Aboard Commencal's New Supreme DH 29/27
Amaury Pierron lets loose on the new mixed-wheel Supreme DH.
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Matt Wragg
Jun 30, 2020
Now THAT Was A Bike: Nico Vouilloz's Sunn Radical+
Nico Vouilloz's Sunn Radical was ahead of its time in the late '90s.
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Matt Wragg
Jun 29, 2020
Bike Checks: Antoine Vidal's Commencal Supreme & Meta AM
Antoine took home the U-21 EWS title last year, along with a silver for the juniors at DH World Champs.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 26, 2020
The Evolution of the Commencal Supreme
Trace the history of the Commencal Supreme from past to present.
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James Smurthwaite
Jun 18, 2020
The Best Tech From Vallnord DH World Cups
All the best tech from Vallnord dating back to 2013.
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| 99 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Jun 10, 2020
Bike Check: Ethan Nell's Desert-Ready YT Industries Tues
26" wheels and a Rampage-worthy build.
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Pinkbike Originals
Jun 10, 2020
Video: Bike Check - Christina Chappetta's Trek Session
We took a look at Pinkbike presenter Christina Chappetta's Trek Slash earlier this spring, and now we're taking a look at her downhill rig.
Dan Roberts
Jun 9, 2020
Specialized Launches Mixed Wheel Size Demo
Mullet as standard and loads of adjustability on the latest Demo.
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Daniel Sapp
Jun 9, 2020
3 Pro Bikes from Downhill Southeast - Windrock 2020
A few more pro bikes from this past weekend's race at Windrock.
Daniel Sapp
Jun 7, 2020
Bike Check: Luca Shaw's Santa Cruz V10: Downhill Southeast - Windrock 2020
Luca Shaw's V10 is sporting a mullet with a prototype rear end.
Daniel Sapp
Jun 7, 2020
Bike Check: Neko Mulally's Intense M29: Downhill Southeast - Windrock 2020
Neko's M29 is kitted out with fresh Fox suspension, TRP's new brakes, and drivetrain silencers.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 4, 2020
Throwback: The Best Tech From the Fort William DH World Cups
Here's a look back on some of the best tech we've seen during our visits to Fort William.
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James Smurthwaite
Jun 1, 2020
Bike Checks: Alex Volokhov's Rocky Mountain Slayer & Maiden
Alex Volokhov is the newest freerider on Rocky's roster.
Sarah Moore
May 27, 2020
15 Bike Checks from Craig Evans, Iago Garay & The Santa Cruz Free Agents
A whole lot of variety in this group of riders.
Ross Bell
May 22, 2020
Bike Check: Ben Cathro's Santa Cruz V10
The Privateer's 2020 rig is ready for when racing gets back underway.
Propain Factory Racing
May 20, 2020
George Brannigan’s Lousa, Maribor & Losinj Custom Painted Propain Rage Race Bike
The first of George Brannigan's 3 custom painted bikes for 2020.
James Smurthwaite
May 8, 2020
The Best Tech From the Losinj DH World Cup
Travel back to 2018, the one and only time the DH World Cup circus arrived in Losinj.
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James Smurthwaite
May 2, 2020
Bike Check: Isak Leivsson's Homemade Steel Downhill Bike
The Norwegian rider returns with a hand-built bike with geometry numbers based on Sam Hill's golden era.
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James Smurthwaite
Apr 28, 2020
Greg Minnaar vs Luca Shaw vs Loris Vergier: 3 Santa Cruz V10s Head to Head
Three different riders, three different setups and the V10 MX, get stuck into the nerdy details here.
Ross Bell
Mar 31, 2020
Bike Check: Greg Williamson's Commencal Supreme
A new Commencal frame with some shiny, prototype Fox bits for Greg Williamson.
Aidan Oliver
Mar 9, 2020
Bike Check: George Brannigan's Propain Rage Mullet Bike - Crankworx Rotorua 2020
George Brannigan's new bike in all its glory.
Aidan Oliver
Mar 9, 2020
Spotted: Canyon's New Sender Breaks Cover in Rotorua
Our first look at the new Canyon downhill bike between the tapes in Rotorua
Aidan Oliver
Mar 7, 2020
Bike Check: Sam Blenkinsop's Norco Aurum HSP 29" - Crankworx Rotorua 2020
Check out Sam Blenkinsop's new and very sparkly Norco Aurum HSP 29 before the Crankworx Rotorua Downhill.
Aidan Oliver
Mar 6, 2020
Bike Check: Tracey Hannah's Polygon XquareOne DH - Crankworx Rotorua 2020
The World Cup champion kicks off her season with a bigger bike and some new components.
Aidan Oliver
Mar 4, 2020
Jackson Goldstone's Custom Painted Lunar Trek Session - Crankworx Rotorua 2020
Jackson is hoping to shoot the moon on this ride now that he's old enough for Crankworx Rotorua events.
Canfield Bikes
Mar 3, 2020
Canfield Bikes Rolls Out ONE.2 29er Downhill Bike
Canfield's ONE.2 boasts eight inches of travel front and rear and is designed to accept both 29 and 27.5-inch wheels.
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Format Bikes Announce Redesigned 'Format 4112' Downhill Bike
Format bikes reveal details for their completely redesigned 'Format 4112' downhill bike.
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James Smurthwaite
Feb 10, 2020
4 Bike Checks from DarkFest 2020
It takes some pretty special riders to hit the huge jumps at Darkfest, but it takes some pretty special bikes too. Here are four of our favourites from some Fest first timers to one of the founders of the whole series
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Feb 6, 2020
Bike Check: Brendan Fairclough's Scott Gambler - Darkfest 2020
Here's how Fairclough changes his bike between racing World Cup DH and a weekend of massive jumps.
Mike Levy
Feb 2, 2020
Video: Here's How to Make Your Own Carbon DH Bike
A step-by-step guide for the DIY'er who loves carbon fiber.
Halo Wheels
Dec 13, 2019
Now Closed: Halo Wheels & YT Industries Announce Custom Jordie Lunn Bike Raffle in His Memory
All proceeds of this raffle will go towards charitable causes that Jordie Lunn believed in so that his memory will live on.
James Smurthwaite
Jan 24, 2020
Everything We Know So Far About the New Canyon Sender
Full review not coming tomorrow
James Smurthwaite
Jan 23, 2020
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[Updated] Video: Aaron Gwin Teases New Downhill Bike
Race season is on the way, and it looks like Gwin is testing a new frame.
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James Smurthwaite
Jan 23, 2020
Prime Bicycles Launches with 29" Downhill Bike Tease
It's not often a brand comes along and their first bike is a carbon downhill bike but it's certainly a way to grab our attention.
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Daniel Sapp
Jan 8, 2020
First Look: YT's 2020 Lineup
YT's 2020 lineup gets updated colors and specs.
Mike Kazimer
Dec 11, 2019
Review: Scott Gambler 900 Tuned - A Sub-35 Pound Downhill Bike
The new Gambler is a whole different beast than its predecessor. We put it to the test.
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James Smurthwaite
Nov 25, 2019
Quiver: The Many Bikes of Bernard Kerr
Take a look at the fleet of training tools that Bernard Kerr uses to get ready for the World Cup DH season and Hardline.
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| 162 Comments
Sarah Moore
Oct 24, 2019
21 Downhill Bikes of Red Bull Rampage 2019 - Vote For Your Favourite
Take a run through the custom goodness from the 21 competitors and then vote for your favorite.
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| 243 Comments
Ed Spratt
Oct 18, 2019
Insync Racing to Develop Prototype DH Race Bike for 2020
Veronika Widmann and the Insync Team to swap their YT Tues bikes for a totally new frame in 2020.
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Mike Kazimer
Oct 17, 2019
First Look: The 2020 Commencal Furious is Bike Park & Freeride Friendly
The Furious has been updated with a longer reach, shorter chainstays, and a stiffer frame.
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Brian Park
Oct 14, 2019
6 DH Bikes & 6 Instagrams from Formation - Women's Freeride Progression Sessions
6 women and their whips at the old Rampage site.
Mike Kazimer
Oct 14, 2019
Review: Santa Cruz V10 29 - A Highly Refined & Rapid DH Race Bike
We put the latest version of Santa Cruz's DH race machine to the test.
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Tristan Tinn
Sep 16, 2019
Bike Check: Gee Atherton's Prototype 9.0 Mullet Bike Used & Abused
Before & after images of Gee's silver medal winning DH machine
Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 14, 2019
Bike Check: Jackson Goldstone's Trek Session 9.9 - Nines 2019
With a new frame just in time for the Audi Nines event, Jackson talks us through his dream bike.
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Andy Vathis
Sep 14, 2019
27 Downhill Bikes From US Open 2019
With some of the world's best in attendance, there are plenty of interesting bikes rolling around the pits.
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| 80 Comments
Tristan Tinn
Sep 13, 2019
12 Downhill Bikes From Hardline 2019
It's on. Hardline is kicking off with a bang in the sun soaked Welsh Valleys. Here are twelve of the bikes taking a beating.
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Samantha Saskia Dugon
Sep 13, 2019
Bike Check: Sam Reynolds' Single-Speed DH Bike - Nines 2019
One gear, a lot of suspension, and some really big jumps.
Pivot Cycles
Sep 4, 2019
Video: Pivot Cycles Announces New Phoenix 29, then Bernard Kerr, Matt Walker, & Eddie Masters Send It
Pivot says that the lower, more compact 190mm travel design of the dw-link on the new Pivot 29 increases overall stiffness and lowers the center of gravity.
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Daniel Sapp
Sep 1, 2019
Bike Check: Neko Mulally's Intense M29 - Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Champs 2019
Neko Mulally's lumberjack themed Intense M29 is one of a kind and he's raffling it off to get more kids on bikes after this weekend's race.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 31, 2019
Pinkbike Poll: Vote For Your Favorite Custom World Champs Downhill Bike
Do your prefer sparkles over stripes? Wild over mild? Choose you favorite DH rig out of this mega batch of custom World Champs bikes.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 30, 2019
Bike Check: Aaron Gwin's Prototype Mixed-Wheel Intense M279 - Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Champs 2019
Aaron Gwin is back on track and he's made some big changes to his race bike over the last few months.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 30, 2019
Bike Check: Marine Cabirou's Game of Thrones Scott Gambler - Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Champs 2019
Marine Cabirou seems to have adjusted well to a new bike and a new team this season. Going into World Champs after winning the last two World Cups, her Scott Gambler is dialed and poised for a podium finish.
Daniel Sapp
Aug 30, 2019
Bike Check: Amaury Pierron's Commencal Supreme DH 29 - Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Champs 2019
Amaury Pierron's Commencal Supreme DH 29 is a favorite to land on the top step of the podium this weekend. Check it out.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 29, 2019
9 More Custom DH Bikes - Mont-Sainte-Anne World Champs 2019
Another batch of customized downhill speed machines from MSA.
Ross Bell
Aug 28, 2019
29 Custom Painted DH Bikes from the Mont-Sainte-Anne World Champs 2019
Feast your eyes on the first batch of blinged-out beauties from DH World Champs.
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Norco Bicycles
Aug 29, 2019
Norco's 1993-Inspired World Champs Aurum HSP for Sam Blenkinsop
The inspiration for the look came from an unreleased bike from 1993.
Richard Cunningham
Aug 11, 2019
Spotted: New Mondraker DH Bike
Seen at Lenzerheide, this one has 29-inch wheels, an aluminum chassis and dual-link rear suspension - but no chain idler...
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Richard Cunningham
Aug 8, 2019
2 Affordable Alloy Versions of Scott's New Gambler DH Bike Coming This Fall
Get the speed, adjustability and dual-wheel-size capability of its new race proven Gambler Tuned in a full aluminum or a carbon front triangle option
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| 137 Comments
Rick Schubert Schubert
Aug 4, 2019
29 Bikes for Future World Cup Shredders - Rookies Championships 2019
We caught up with some of the quickest youngsters from the iXS Rookies World Champs.
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Mike Levy
Aug 1, 2019
Bike Check: Charlie Harrison's Session 29er - Val di Sole World Cup DH 2019
Big wheels, stiff suspension, and a whole lotta green and sparkles for the American racer.
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| 95 Comments
Ross Bell
Jul 31, 2019
Tech Randoms: Val di Sole World Cup DH 2019
Teams were busy getting bikes ready for the steep and potentially wet track that awaits racers in Val di Sole.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 31, 2019
Review: 2019 Kona Operator CR - An Adaptable & Sturdy DH Machine
We put the big-wheeled version of Kona's latest Operator DH bike to the test.
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| 125 Comments
Transition Bikes
Jul 30, 2019
Video: Transition Announces All New TR11 Downhill Bike
The new Transition TR11 is longer, uses a different shock length, has a straight 56mm headtube, and more.
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| 135 Comments
Eric Palmer
Jul 20, 2019
18 DH Bikes from Loosefest XL
Big bikes with small wheels, semi-slick tires, and single-speed drivetrains for the biggest jumps in the world.
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| 121 Comments
Mike Kazimer
Jul 12, 2019
DH Bike Tech: Super-Sized Brake Rotors
200, 220, 246mm... Just how big can brake rotors get?
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| 161 Comments
Richard Cunningham
Jul 12, 2019
Bike Check: Nina Hoffmann's Juliana She-10 - Les Gets World Cup DH 2019
The German privateer who has reshuffled the order of women's World Cup DH talks about bike setup and making the show.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 11, 2019
First Ride: The 2020 Scott Gambler DH Bike is Light & Ultra-Adjustable
Scott didn't hold back in their quest to create one of the lightest DH race bikes on the market.
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| 213 Comments
Sarah Moore
Jul 10, 2019
Tech Briefing: Purple Components, Youth Apparel, 2020 Bikes & More - July 2019
A monthly round-up of the latest tech, this time including gear from Commencal, Nukeproof, ENVE, Giro, and more.
Mike Kazimer
Jul 9, 2019
First Ride: The 2020 Demo 29 - Specialized's New Aluminum DH Race Machine
You've seen the prototypes, now it's time to check out the production version of the new Demo.
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| 360 Comments
Mike Levy
Jul 4, 2019
Giant's Prototype 29er Downhill Bike - Vallnord World Cup DH 2019
It had to happen sooner or later. Giant's prototype 29" wheeled Glory makes an appearance at this weekend's World Cup.
James Smurthwaite
Jun 16, 2019
Brook Macdonald vs Laurie Greenland: 2 Mondraker Summums Head to Head
We compare cockpits, suspension tunes and frame choices between two athletes who's riding styles are as different as their physical proportions
Vitus Bikes
Jun 8, 2019
Vitus Announces 2019 Dominer DH Bike
The Vitus Dominer adds more travel and a downhill specific tubeset to their Sommet platform.
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| 78 Comments
Ross Bell
Jun 6, 2019
Tech Randoms: Leogang DH World Cup 2019
Fort William took a toll on bikes and riders alike, and the rebuilding process is in full swing in preparation for another round of racing.
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| 154 Comments
Reviews and Tech Racing and Events Randoms DH Bikes Atherton Bikes Canyon Commencal Cube GT Intense Mondraker Norco Polygon Renthal Santa Cruz Bicycles Saracen Scott Specialized YT Industries Gee Atherton Loris Vergier Marine Cabirou Mark Wallace Remi Thirion Troy Brosnan Vali Holl World Cup DH World Cup Dh Tech Leogang World Cup DH 2019 DH Racing
Ross Bell
May 30, 2019
Tech Randoms: Fort William DH World Cup 2019
The rain has arrived, and racers and mechanics are preparing for a wet weekend of DH racing.
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Ross Bell
May 20, 2019
8 World Cup DH Racers' Cockpit Setups - British National Series Round 2
Armed with the most accurate tape measure in the Scottish Highlands we went and scoured the Fort William pits to check out 8 racers' cockpit setups.
Bike Check: Tahnée Seagrave's Transition TR11
Tahnée turned it up to 11 in Maribor aboard this speedy machine.
Video: Building and Painting a Custom, Full Metal Jacket Themed V10
Chris of Fiasko Racing gets the bike of his dreams from Rie:sel Design.
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| 106 Comments
Daniel Sapp
Apr 27, 2019
Bike Check: Aaron Gwin's Intense M29 - Maribor DH World Cup 2019
New year, new team. Aaron Gwin is back and hungry for the top step on Sunday. We get the low down from his mechanic, John Hall.
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| 98 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Apr 26, 2019
Bike Check: Dakotah Norton's Devinci Wilson 29 - Maribor DH World Cup 2019
Dakotah's raring to go aboard his fresh Devinci Wilson 29.
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Mike Levy
Apr 25, 2019
Joe Smith's Propain Rage CF - Maribor World Cup DH 2019
Big wheels and exotic Italian suspension.
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| 32 Comments
Mike Levy
Apr 25, 2019
A Closer Look at Cannondale's Wild 2-Shock DH Bike - Maribor World Cup DH 2019
Attention armchair engineers: Cannondale's return to top-flight DH racing includes two rear shocks, an idler pulley, and a lot of carbon fiber.
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| 223 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Apr 25, 2019
Bike Check: Danny Hart's 29/27.5" Saracen Myst - Maribor World Cup DH 2019
Take a look at Danny Hart's race rig for the first World Cup of the season.
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| 91 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Apr 22, 2019
Bike Check: Magnus Manson's 29er Chrome Canyon Sender
Canadian champion Magnus Manson finally bagged himself a factory ride this year and will be riding a 29" Canyon Sender.
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| 66 Comments
James Smurthwaite
Apr 21, 2019
Bike Check: Phil Atwill’s Cube Two15 HPA 29 - European Cup: Round 1 Maribor
2019 sees Phil Atwill riding the 29" Cube Two15 HPA in a custom XXL sizing.
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| 55 Comments
Daniel Sapp
Apr 10, 2019
Bike Check: Mick Hannah's Mixed Wheel Size Polygon XquarOne DH
Add Mick to the list of riders experimenting with two different wheel diameters.
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| 125 Comments
Aidan Oliver
Apr 4, 2019
Bike Check: Angel Suarez's YT Tues
We caught up with Angel Suarez and his mechanic in Rotorua to check out his 2019 ride.
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| 65 Comments
Daniel Sapp
Mar 22, 2019
Bike Check: Bernard Kerr's Pivot Phoenix 29 Carbon - Crankworx Rotorua 2019
A closer look at Pivot's soon to be released big-wheel DH bike.
Paul Aston
Mar 18, 2019
Ridden & Rated: 29" DH Bikes From Intense, Saracen, GT & Devinci
4 more World Cup proven downhill machines with big wheels. Can they top the Commencal?
Paul Aston
Mar 14, 2019
Review: The 2019 Saracen Myst 29" is Forgiving & Agile
Can a relatively simple single pivot design still hold its own against modern multi-pivot players?
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Daniel Sapp
Mar 12, 2019
Bike Check: Christopher Grice's Specialized Demo - 2019 Windrock Pro GRT
This weekend Chris won the Junior Expert 15-16 category at Windrock by nearly 20 seconds in absolutely treacherous conditions.
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| 198 Comments
Paul Aston
Mar 11, 2019
Review: The 2019 Devinci Wilson 29" is a Big Bike for Big Speed
The newest Devinci Wilson is a big mountain brawler that's not afraid to go fast.
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| 85 Comments
Paul Aston
Feb 18, 2019
Review: GT's 2019 Fury 29" Combines 4-Bar & High Pivot Suspension Designs
Does the new Fury strike the perfect balance between a classic four-bar and a high-pivot bike with an idler wheel?
Paul Aston
Jan 31, 2019
5 New 29er Downhill Bikes Ridden & Rated
We put the new breed of wagon-wheeled DH bikes to the test.
Richard Cunningham
Jan 23, 2019
Bike Check: Aaron Gwin's Intense M29 FRO
Now that it's official, here's a look at the 29-inch wheel DH bike he'll be racing this season
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Paul Aston
Jan 14, 2019
Review: Intense's 2019 M29 is a DH Racing Thoroughbred
The Legend of M continues, but can it compete with the best DH bikes of 2019?
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Paul Aston
Jan 10, 2019
Review: The 2019 Banshee Legend 29" Rewards Aggressive Riders
The 29" Legend was designed to be a high-speed race machine for taller, aggressive riders.
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Paul Aston
Nov 7, 2018
Review: Cube's 29" Downhill Bike - the Two15 SL
After making its debut on the World Cup DH circuit, Cube's 29" Two15 is now available to the general public.
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Tristan Tinn
Sep 16, 2018
Bike Check: Gee Atherton's Trek Session 9.9 29
This bike was built for sending - take a closer look at Gee's ride for Red Bull Hardline.
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Red Bull Bike
Sep 15, 2018
29 Bikes From Red Bull Hardline 2018
The world's best freeracers have assembled to take on one wild track.
Rick Schubert Schubert
Sep 7, 2018
Bike Check: Bryn Dickerson's YT Tues - iXS European DH Cup 2018
Take a closer look at Bryn Dickerson's YT Tues race machine.
YT Industries
Sep 5, 2018
The YT Mob's World Champs Bikes are Looking Gorgeous
Aaron Gwin, Neko Mulally and Angel Suarez's custom YT Tues World Champs bikes have been lovingly painted for the one-off event.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 24, 2018
Bike Check: Tracey Hannah's Polygon XquareOne DH
The XquareOne DH doesn't look like anything else on the World Cup circuit.
Mike Kazimer
Aug 24, 2018
Bike Check: Jack Reading's Prototype Nicolai DH 29er
There's another new 29er DH bike on the loose on the World Cup circuit - this one's an aluminum Nicolai.
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Richard Cunningham
Aug 14, 2018
Bike Check: R-Dog's Hawaiian Theme Trek Session - Crankworx Whistler 2018
Ryan Howard named his custom painted freeride machine "Permanent Vacation."
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Paul Aston
Aug 13, 2018
Review: Norco Aurum HSP1 29"
The Aurum HSP is a incredible, high-performance machine that's built for speed.
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Paul Aston
Jul 30, 2018
Review: Commencal's Supreme DH 29 is an Unflinching Race Weapon
Has Commencal created the ideal privateer downhill bike?
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Rick Schubert Schubert
Jul 24, 2018
Bike Check: Joshua Barth's Solid Strike - European DH Cup 2018
Joshua Barth's Solid Strike is an unofficial XXL size that he has taken back to back podiums with at the iXS European DH Cup.
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Paul Aston
Jul 13, 2018
Bike Check: Adam Brayton's Scott Gambler - Andorra World Cup 2018
Brayton's Gambler is now running full Öhlins suspension, a custom painted frame, and of course a full complement of Hope's best components.
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Mike Kazimer
Jul 6, 2018
Bike Check: Bernard Kerr's Pivot Phoenix DH - Val di Sole World Cup DH 2018
Bernard Kerr is back aboard his 27.5" Pivot Phoenix in Val di Sole. We check out the finer details of his bike with his mechanic Bo MacArthur.
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Rick Schubert Schubert
Jul 1, 2018
Bike Check: Kellys Bike Noid 90 29er - European DH Cup 2018
Rastislav Baranek's Kellys Bike Noid 90 29er has very adjustable geometry.
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Paul Aston
Jun 23, 2018
Winning Downhill Bike Check - Crankworx Les Gets 2018
This bike took the win today by 0.97s on the fast and loose Les Gets Downhill.
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Rick Schubert Schubert
Jun 18, 2018
Bike Check: Max Hartenstern's Cube Two15 29er Prototype
It's the German shredder's first season in the World Cup Elite ranks and he's already posting top times. PB photographer Rick Schubert takes a look at his big-wheel DH racer.
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Ralf Hauser
Jun 18, 2018
Bike Check: Fabio Wibmer's Specialized S-Works Demo 8 - Crankworx Innsbruck 2018
The breakout YouTube star has a bike that’s as eye catching as his riding.